Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel vs Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 Comparison

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Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel

13.3 inches | May 2022

Speed 4

Size 9.5

Display 6

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14 inches | July 2022

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Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel vs Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and Book Pro 14 2022, two laptops from Lenovo and Xiaomi. Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel was introduced to market in May 2022 and Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 was launched in July 2022. There is only 2 months difference between Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and Book Pro 14 2022 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel Key Specs

Launched in May 2022
13.3" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1240P
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
8GB Ram
300.98 x 206.03 x 14.8 mm (11.85 x 8.11 x 0.58 inches)
Weight: 0.96 kg (2.12 lbs)

Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 Key Specs

Launched in July 2022
14.0" Touchscreen - OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1240P
GPU: GeForce MX550 2GB
16GB Ram
313.83 x 219.42 x 14.9 mm (12.36 x 8.64 x 0.59 inches)
Weight: 1.5 kg (3.31 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and Book Pro 14 2022 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel over Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022

Weight	0.96 kg vs 1.50 kg	0.54 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~82.7% vs ~82.5%	Larger screen area ratio
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
GPU Fabrication Process	10 nm vs 12 nm	Newer Generation GPU
Bluetooth	v5.1 vs v5	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection

Reasons to choose Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 over Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel

Side Bezel Thickness	6.2 mm vs 7.2 mm	1 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	14 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Screen PPI	243 ppi vs 227 ppi	More pixels per inch
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
Screen Resolution	2880 x 1800 pixels vs 2560 x 1600 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	600 nits vs 400 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU FLOPS	2.703 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Easy login with fingerprint
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 4.0

Common Strengths of Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 and Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel

Launch Dates	May 2022 vs July 2022	Both laptops are recent models
HDR Support	Yes, Dolby Vision vs Yes, Dolby Vision	Watch HDR Clips
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left, Right	Flexible charging positions
RAM Type	LPDDR5 vs LPDDR5	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Dolby Atmos Support	Yes vs Yes	3D Surround Sound Support
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 and Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel

Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size
HDMI Output	No vs No	Need an adapter to connect to HDMI displays

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel vs Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and the Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022.

Physical Specs
Weight	0.96 kg (2.12 lbs)	1.5 kg (3.31 lbs)
Surface Area	620 cm2 (96.1 inches2)	689 cm2 (106.8 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~82.7%	~82.5%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7.2 mm	~6.2 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.07 kg/inch	0.11 kg/inch
	0.154 lbs/inch	0.242 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Silver

Comparison of the Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and the Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 External Dimensions

Weight

Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel weighs 0.96 kg (2.12 lbs), whereas the Book Pro 14 2022 weighs 1.5 kg (3.31 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Thickness Comparison

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel is 0.07 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 is 0.11 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel vs Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 1240P Intel Core i7 1260P	Intel Core i5 1240P Intel Core i7 1260P
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	1.7 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.4 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	12	12
Number of Threads	16	16
L3 Cache	12 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1593	1593
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	7956	7956
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1516	1516
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	9305	9305

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core i5 1240P ) and compare them:

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	GeForce MX550 2GB
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	1065 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1320 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	25 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS	2.703 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	2 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bus	System Shared	64 bit
Memory Speed	4.8 Gbps	~12 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	640	1024
TMUs	40	32
ROPs	20	16

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS whereas the Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 ' has a FLOPS value of 2.703 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB	16GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	4800 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	LPDDR5
Upgradable	No	No

The Book Pro 14 2022 provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon (13"Intel)	Xiaomi Book Pro 14 (2022)
CPU	Intel Core i5 1240P	Intel Core i5 1240P
GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	GeForce MX550 2GB
Memory	8 GB	16 GB ; 2 GB VRAM
Available for LLM total	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)	~13.3 GB (0.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 2 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 2 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 2 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon (13"Intel)|Xiaomi Book Pro 14 (2022)

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	50 Wh	56 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left, Right
Charge Power	65 W	100 W
Full Charging Time	2:15 hr	1:30 hr
AC Adapter Weight	187 grams

On the other hand, the Book Pro 14 2022 features a higher battery capacity of 56 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel's 50 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 1 TB, the Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Book Pro 14 2022's max. storage capacity of 512 GB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB	512 GB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel vs Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel has a display size of 13.3".On the other hand, Book Pro 14 2022 has a larger14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel is 513cm² / 80inch² whereas the Book Pro 14 2022's total usable screen area is 568cm² / 88inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Book Pro 14 2022 features a higher pixel density with 243 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Refresh Rate
Both Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and Book Pro 14 2022 offer the same refresh rate of 90 Hz.

Brightness
The Book Pro 14 2022 offers a higher maximum brightness of 600 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Lenovo Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel vs Xiaomi Book Pro 14 2022 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Book Pro 14 2022 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Neither Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel nor Book Pro 14 2022 has USB-A ports.
Both Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and Book Pro 14 2022 have USB Type-C ports. Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Book Pro 14 2022 has 3x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and Book Pro 14 2022 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Neither Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel nor Book Pro 14 2022 has an HDMI port for connecting to external monitors. Neither Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel nor Book Pro 14 2022 has an HDMI port for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Neither Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel nor Book Pro 14 2022 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Slim 7i Carbon 13 Intel and Book Pro 14 2022 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.1	v5
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	No
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	3x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	No	No
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No